inspired
adjective
in·spired
in-ˈspī(-ə)rd 
: outstanding or brilliant in a way or to a degree suggestive of divine inspiration
gave an inspired performance
Examples of inspired in a Sentence
She gave an inspired performance.
He was an inspired choice for the role.
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Gabe Gordon presented two variations of moto-inspired trench coats—a midi length for women and a cropped version shown with men’s styling—to highlight the textile’s durability and edge.
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Where does one become so inspired?
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
This year, the Bucs are feeling themselves after an inspired 23-20 win against the Atlanta Falcons, with first-round wide receiver Emeka Egbuka hauling in the winning touchdown from Mayfield.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Director Jay Sandrich made the inspired decision to have them swap roles.
—Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Where does one become so inspired?
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
This year, the Bucs are feeling themselves after an inspired 23-20 win against the Atlanta Falcons, with first-round wide receiver Emeka Egbuka hauling in the winning touchdown from Mayfield.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Director Jay Sandrich made the inspired decision to have them swap roles.
—Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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“Inspired.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inspired. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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